Secret Husso Japan treaty published in Soviet paper
Petrograd dispatch reports the Husso Japan accord dated March 3 1914 outlines a joint offensive against any power challenging China. The Boviel printed by the Soviets claims it refers to the United States and warns the treaty expires in 1920. A Soviet leader says the evidence has shifted German aims on the Maplan front and notes the Soviet press exposes former regime treaties.
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Petrograd
Maren
China
Workmen's and Soldiers
Boviel
United States
Japan seeks Siberian action amid Russia and Germany tensions
Washington reports anxious to act in Siberia by occupying regions if China stirs diplomacy. Russians publish alleged Rus-Jap treaty threatening any nation challenging supremacy. Some allied diplomats favor a Siberian move due to German pressure and Taft era tensions. American consul at Vladivostok notes troops needed there.
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Washington
Japan
Germany
Biberia
China
Siberian
Teuten Dome
Bawwla
Vladivostok
England in Accord With Wilson War Aims
England is in full accord with President Wilson's outline of war aims. Britain seeks no territorial gain beyond what the international peace conference deems necessary for future peace. George pledges unanimous support. colonials are non-returnable. German colonies are considered non-returnable to ensure security. | Britain would adjust borders to secure future peace, support Poland's autonomy, and grant Courland and Lithuania equal rights. Belgians deserve full reiteration of independence. A Christian protectorate over the Holy Land is broadly approved.
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London
England
Wilma
G Britwin
Liord George
Ources
Union of South Africa
Britain
Alse
Lorrailing
Alvance
Sreater
Lorraine
France
Poland
Courleand
Lithuania
Balkan
Belgiun
Rey
Believe War Is Only Course For Argentine War Talk
Reported dispatches from Washington on December 11 suggest Argentine leaders believe war with Germany is the only option. The commentary notes rising pro war sentiment and predicted demonstrations aimed at steering public opinion away from pro German motions and toward decisive action.
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Washington
Germany
Landos Beesi-Finke Report Finds No Notable Developments
Beesi-Finke stated there was nothing special to report amid several minor oral engagements. No major decisions or actions were announced, and officials noted routine activities proceeding without incident.
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Landos
Beesi
Finke
No Clogs for Moors War Draft Clothing Shortage
Washington dispatch reports widespread clothing shortages for December 31 draft calls as Quar termaster General Sharpe confirms insufficient uniforms for training troops. He notes late contractor deliveries delay overcoats and shortages in shoes while American forces in France are lighter clothed by about 27 percent.
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Sharpe
France
Washington
Harper
Wadsworth
Camp Culleter
Hooverizing Lamb Prices Slump Says Wool Growers
Sheepmen blame Hoovering tactics and public misperception for lower lamb quotations. McClare, secretary of the National Woolgrowers Association, notes no food admin order justifies widespread restraint on lamb purchases. He cites telegrams showing limited official guidance amid broad market confusion.
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Markwet
McClare
National Woolgtower’ Aesociation
Food Administration
Humble Regulars Feel Slighted On Rio Grande
A fragmented report notes discontent among Humble Regulars over perceived neglect by Kel Crome and Vict A. in mobilization near the Rio Grande. It mentions civilian organizations, non-draft enthusiasm, and uncertain odds of success while riders patrol the river area.
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Rio Grande
Kel Crome
Vict
Megilars
Glee
Aero Army
Frank Berttodet
Berttholer
Northern
Pacific
Beerthatetie
Weibroek
Tetae
Hin
Ain Tien
Wilthy
Trains Collision Claims Forty-Five Dead in Kansas City Area
A collision between two trains near Selle Loe Kansas on December 21 left forty five dead and nineteen women among the identified. The Louisville relief effort rushed aid while survivors were taken to nearby towns. The entire family of Murdhal J. Phillip of Hawketown Kentucky perished in the wreck and several other victims could not be identified.
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Selle Loe
Porte dix
Lowkville
Niehville
Wendeville
Murdhal J
News Speculation Hurts Government in Washington
Washington reports deny rumors that the next Liberty town bond issue will total eight billion at four and a half percent. Officials say such rumors are harmful and distract from patriotic aims. When a decision is made it will be announced publicly. The public mood remains neutral on rechecked German peace efforts as changes are not confirmed.
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Washington
McAdou
Auoh
Maurey Biggs Granted Parole Release
Maurey Biggs receives parole release following conviction and scheduled to complete term at a penal facility. After release he plans to return to work and reside on the island. The case involved co defendant Drew Cimbianet and related legal actions concluded with Biggs’ parole.
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Maurey Biggs
San Francisco
Maanney Rika
Drew Cimbianet
Prin
Big German Raid Repulsed Near St Quentin
A large German raid, described as a high explosive bombardment, was repelled near St Quentin along the Meuse front. French and allied units held the right bank positions at Thann and Knirmann while German formations were driven back with casualties reported.
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Paris
First woman car conductor named in health story
Mrs Rosalie Goulding of Washington DC is described as America's first woman street car conductor. The article notes she began on a Chevy Chase to Arlington route after leaving office work harmful to her health.
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Rosalie Goulding
Washington
D. C
America
New Yorkville Legan
Goatsing
Gotham Girls
Goulding
Chevy Chase
Elington
Prairie
City Relief Drive Sees Quota Surpassed Early
Helix treasurer of the Amenias Syrian Relief committee reports a $420 donation, exceeding his quota by 324. Pendleton aims to meet its Armenian and Syrian relief target as organizers note funds already surpass $2400 with others pledging. County campaigns show uneven start but continued effort after Christmas.
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I. Rese
Helix
Amenias Syrian Relief Committee
Pendleton
Armpenian
Syrian Relief Fund
J. S. Joti
F Pouidletan
Nand
Ube
AL Pitee
Mitton
Hriennias
Wenuha
Packers Refuse Files in Trade Commission Probe
Washington December 2 Packers refuse to permit the federal trade commission to examine the files of the Lead company in the food probe. Henry says stockholders in the old Chicago dockyards may own three million shares to the Packers. He plans to appeal if refusals persist. The rest of the old company admitted negotiating with Armour to form a combining corporation to dispose of stock interests.
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Washington
Perm
Feders
Henney
Chituare
Ts Reellent
Austro Hungarian Delegation Leaves for Russia Meet
An Austro Hungarian delegation departs for Petrograd to participate in talks with Russian officials. The mission is led by a chancellory office head and includes representatives from the Austrian Hungarian foreign service.
Unclear fragmentary war brief involving American army
Fragmentary text reports a December date with American forces and a naval incident. Mentions a ship London and a failed attempt to coordinate actions. Describes a delay attributed to a planetary or celestial event and a Venus reference.
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Ginnie
Eral Hepe
Cnet
Abe
Teibution
London
Stampede Roars Through Butter Rock Stock Yard
A canine caused a night stampede among 2090 head of cattle at Pendleton Meat Co. Butter Rock. Bert Whitman and helpers spent days chasing frightened beasts across sagebrush, recovering all but twelve that vanished, possibly swallowed by the earth.
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Old West
Cattiio
Pendleton Meat Co
Bert Whitman
Butter Rock
Cad I
Western Land & Irrigation Co
Whitman
Cowboy Ropes Car Over Mountain Road in Pendleton
UKIAH, Dec. 21. Mies Frankie Sturdivant returning from Pendleton after drafting boya faced heavy rain and snow on Yellow Jacket mountain. A horseman with a long rope pulled the car from two steep spots, dragging it to town after dark with mud splashed and vehicles gleaming.
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Uklah
Mies
Frankie Sturdivant
Pendleton
Boya
Miss Sturdivant
Moountain
Bolsheviki Ultimatum Rejected Across Front
Reported in Stockholm that Bolsheviki ultimatum was rejected as preparations moved to replace the constituent assembly where Bolsheviks are a minority. Ukraine province rejects ceasefire terms and seeks full independence recognition. Don region war the Bolsheviks decline to accept new government. imperial family fate unsettled.
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Stockholm
Bolkhivnki
Petroghaty
Ukrane
Coeucks
Ukkraine
Batt
Cesuien
Don
Koabei
Dt Bs
Nielle
Farm loan applications rise across Twelve district
Washington December 21 The total farm loan applications received by the twelve farm loan banks to December first show over 1500 farmers seeking funds. The district reports indicate a rising trend with total applications reaching 25,556,055 in loans approved and 815,740,120 in commitments.
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Washisagton
Svekhane
Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty Two Members Last Report
Far surpasses all others in Oregon with the record held up as inspiration to other communities. The data reflects a large membership figure at the latest tally and signals strong organizational growth.
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Oregon
Banner County Becomes First in State to Meet Quota
Portland dispatch reports 15 Banner County as first in the state to complete its quota and reach 102 percent with 7,650 members. The county led Liberty Loan and Red Cross drives, while Portland totals 23,873 and outside counties 65,189, totaling 2,1482 members.
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Banner County
Portland
Jmatila
Us County
Liberty Loan
Umatilla County Leads Red Cross Campaign Result
Umatilla County topped the Red Cross Christmas fund drive with a 102 percent result, reporting 7660 members toward a 7500 quota. Helix reached 260 percent, Pendleton near 2000 goal, Hermiston first report met quota, and committees expect 3000 more by week’s end as the county emphasizes patriotism over money.
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Red Cross
Umatilla County
Bishop
Portland
Umatilla
Bes Ds
Ste
Helix
Pendleton
McNary
Hermiston
Echo-Nolin
Umetilla
Germans Refuse Russian Peace Terms Reported
London Dec 31 An Exchange Telegraph dispatch says the Germans have refused the Russian peace terms and the Holchetiki delegation has been recalled to Petrograd. The stoppage of fighting for a month may have an effect. If true, it shows the Germans would not concede greatly to the Russians amid their strength.
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London
Petrograd Dingmatch
Petrograd
Italians Regain Ground at Brenta in renewed offensive
Rome dispatch reports a substantial portion of German force east of Brenta recaptured as Italian units renew the offensive near the Veretlaen plans, signaling a shift in the battlefront.
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Brenta
Rome
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